Electrical Engineer - Glasgow

Altrad Services A/S; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Altrad Services A/S is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the Design Authority in a hybrid role combining office and home working in the UK. The position focuses on HV electrical design, safety case development and robust technical justification within a high-hazard environment.

The ideal candidate will bring industrial plant knowledge, familiarity with UK/European standards, and experience across concept to construction stages on electrical projects related to defence or

Qualifications

• Experienced Electrical Engineer with knowledge of industrial plant and machinery in HV environments.
• Understanding of current design standards and working practices including UK/EU standards.
• Experience across concept to construction stages on electrical projects (industrial/maritime).
• Proven ability to author robust technical justification for HV electrical design changes.

Responsibilities

• Authoring, development and management of Nuclear Infrastructure Design Substantiation documents.
• Produce design changes/concessions and supporting safety cases.
• Present substantiations to Due Process committees and support safety case outcomes.
• Develop EIMT schedules, procedures and results to satisfy design requirements.

Skills

Electrical engineering

HV experience

Safety case knowledge

Industrial plant knowledge

Job description

About The Role

Working pattern: hybrid (office based & home)

Altrad are currently looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join the team.

The nuclear defence sector in the UK is vital for maintaining national security and strategic stability. It offers dynamic and challenging career opportunities for individuals committed to contributing to the country's defence and security. The sector seeks talented professionals dedicated to upholding the highest standards of safety, security, and operational excellence.

We are looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the technical capability of the Design Authority (DA). This role will be suited to engineers with experience in Electrical Design, although candidates experienced in Electrical Installation or Maintenance are also welcomed.

Key Deliverables:

• Authoring, development, assessment, maintenance and management of the suite of Nuclear Infrastructure Design Substantiation documents.
• Authoring, development, assessment, maintenance and management of design changes/concessions
• Presentation of Design substantiations, to 'Due Process' nuclear safety committees Production and development of Examination, Inspection, Maintenance & Testing (EIMT) Schedule, operating procedures and results to satisfy design requirements and safety case through life
• Producing/assessing Periodic Review of Safety reports
• Providing advice and direction to internal and external stakeholders
• Production of Independent Technical Assessment (ITA)/Independent Peer Review (IPR) Scopes of work
• Use a combination of general and specialist engineering knowledge and understanding to apply existing and emerging technology Apply appropriate theoretical and practical methods to design, develop, manufacture, construct, commission, operate, maintain, decommission and re-cycle engineering processes, systems, services and products in a nuclear/high risk environment.
• Producing robust technical justification to allow for relevant high voltage electrical design modifications to be authorised within a high hazard industry
• Review technical reports and other safety case submissions from external contractors
• Check and review calculations and technical documents written by other members of staff

Key Requirements / Qualifications:

Essential:

• Experienced Electrical Engineer with previous knowledge of industrial plant and machinery in an HV environment (i.e. HV electrical supply network including cabling, substations, etc.)
• Knowledge of current design standards and working practices including British & European Standards.
• Theoretical and practical skill and experience across concept design, detailed design and construction stages across a range of electrical engineering projects (ideally including industrial and/or maritime).
• Experience in the design assessment of HV electrical plant and equipment to withstand hazards.
• Experience of authoring and producing robust technical justification and supporting documentation to allow for relevant electrical design modifications to be authorised within a high hazard industry.
• Experience working on multi-discipline projects providing engineering input (ideally within industrial and/or maritime)

Desirable:

• Ideal candidates would already have experience within Defence or a similar nuclear environment.
• Familiarity with safety case development techniques e.g. HAZID/HAZOP studies.
• Experience of working in the UK nuclear industry (energy or defence), particularly in the design and assessment of safety-related structures, systems and components.
• Knowledge of UK and US nuclear industry regulation and practice, and application of relevant nuclear-specific codes and standards.

About Us

At Altrad, our people create endless opportunities.

We are the leading provider of support services transforming our nations critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably.

With over 16,000 talented people across our region, we provide the full spectrum of critical services including consulting, design, engineering, construction, asset life optimisation through to decommissioning, for industries both onshore and offshore.

Why Join Us?

• Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.

As an employer, we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and wellbeing of all our people.

Inclusivity Statement

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive. If you require any adjustments at any stage - including interviews or assessments, please let us know. We're happy to discuss what would help you take part fully.